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Community Circle
Community Circle explores how culture is carried forward in everyday life through the traditions, stories, recipes, and celebrations that bring people together. Families, educators, and community members contribute to this space, sharing everything from holiday gatherings and family meals to classroom activities and community events.
Lunar New Year
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Family and Friends Lunar Potluck
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Use red and gold in decorations, tableware, and outfits to symbolize happiness, prosperity, and wealth.​
Encourage guests to bring dishes that reflect traditions, such as: dumplings (wealth and prosperity), noodles (longevity), fish (abundance), and sweet rice cakes (progress and good fortune).
Include lanterns, paper cuttings, zodiac animals, and a tray of togetherness as part of your decor.
Activities and Events
Decor and Gifts
Red Dragons and Lanterns
Red dragon and lantern decorations are great for creating a festive atmosphere during Lunar New Year, combining traditional symbols of prosperity, strength, and luck. Red, considered an auspicious color in many cultures, brings energy and good fortune, while dragons are powerful icons of celebration.
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